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I have had, for over 2 weeks now, a feeling in my ear like it's full of water - yet my ear canal is empty. it feels like swimmer's ear. what is it?

10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Fluid behind the: ear drum.A decongestant/anti-histamine might help.

Dr CHO agreed

Answered 5/24/2016

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You need to: have a doctor look inside. It could be middle ear infection, external ear infection, or even something more serious.

Dr Machanic and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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